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February 5, 2026

Anti-ICE Activists Are Crafting Red Hats Inspired by WWII Protests

In Minneapolis, some activists are protesting against ICE in an unexpected way. Knitters across the Minnesotan city and beyond have begun handcrafting and wearing red hats, thanks to a clever initiative launched by a local yarn shop. Last month, Needle & Skein released a knitting pattern for its “Melt the ICE” caps, inspired by traditional Norwegian hats known as nisselue.

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January 29, 2026

Bruce Springsteen Releases New Anti-ICE Protest Song Called ‘Streets of Minneapolis’

Singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen has long chronicled the struggles of American people through music, offering catharsis in the wake of tragedies and injustice. As tributes to Alex Pretti and Renee Good continue to pour in following their tragic deaths at the hands of ICE agents in Minnesota, the great New Jersey rocker released a brand new protest song titled “Streets of Minneapolis.

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December 29, 2025

If All the Money in the U.S. Was Distributed Evenly, How Much Would Each Person Get?

According to the World Inequality Database, the United States is the most unequal country in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), with 21% of national income going to the richest 1%. If you could instead put all the money in the country together and distribute it evenly, how much would every person get, regardless of their condition or background? The team at GOBankingRates.com did the math, and the sum may surprise you.

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November 7, 2025

Māori Language Embraces Neurodiversity With a Beautiful Word for Autism

Our understanding of neurodiversity continues to grow, but there is still plenty of progress to be made in fostering compassion and inclusion for those who experience the world differently. In New Zealand, the Māori people offer a beautiful example of acceptance through their unique word for autism: Takiwātanga, which translates to “in his or her own time and space.” This expression reflects a deep cultural understanding and respect for individual differences.

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